Paw-sitive Voyage? DOG DAZE Dog Boat Docks in Trade Debate
Published Date: 4/30/2026
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Summary
The Maritime Administration is asking for public comments on whether the foreign-built small passenger vessel M/V DOG DAZE should be allowed to operate in U.S. coastal trade. This decision affects U.S. boat builders and businesses using U.S.-built vessels, with comments due by June 1, 2026. It’s a chance to weigh in on protecting American jobs while possibly welcoming new boats to our shores.
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Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Approval could affect U.S. boat builders
MARAD will decide whether allowing the foreign-built vessel M/V DOG DAZE to operate in coastwise trade would have an undue adverse effect on U.S. vessel builders or businesses that employ U.S.-built vessels. The statutory review applies to small passenger vessels authorized to carry no more than twelve passengers for hire under 46 U.S.C. 12121(b).
You can comment by June 1, 2026
The Maritime Administration is asking for public comments on whether the foreign-built small passenger vessel M/V DOG DAZE should be allowed in U.S. coastwise trade. You may submit comments identified by docket MARAD-2026-0667 at regulations.gov or by mail, and comments are due on or before June 1, 2026. The rulemaking covers small passenger vessels that carry no more than twelve passengers for hire.
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